Finding the perfect gift for a graphic designer can be a challenge, especially if you want to ensure that it's something they will truly appreciate and use in their creative work. Graphic designers often rely on specific tools and items that enhance their workflow, inspire creativity, and make their design process more efficient. Whether it's for a birthday, holiday, or special occasion, gifting something functional can not only show your appreciation for their craft but also support their passion for design. Here are 13 functional gifts that any graphic designer will find useful and inspiring.
A high-quality drawing tablet allows designers to draw and illustrate directly into design software. It's perfect for graphic design, digital art, and more. With features like pressure sensitivity and customizable shortcuts, this tool is a game-changer for any designer.
PicassoTab X Drawing Tablet • No Computer Needed • Drawing Apps & Tutorials • 4 Bonus Items • Stylus Pen • Portable • Standalone • 10 Inch Screen • Best Gift for Beginner Digital Graphic Artist • PCX
$199.95
HUION Inspiroy H1060P Graphics Drawing Tablet with 8192 Pressure Sensitivity Battery-Free Stylus and 12 Customized Hot Keys, 10 x 6.25 inches Digital Art Tablet for Mac, Windows PC and Android
$42.99
Graphics Drawing Tablet, UGEE M708 10 x 6 inch Large Drawing Tablet with 8 Hot Keys, Passive Stylus of 8192 Levels Pressure, UGEE M708 Graphics Tablet for Paint, Design, Art Creation Sketch Black
$49.99
UGEE Graphics Drawing Tablet, M708 V2 10x6 Inch Ultra Thin Large Graphics Drawing Tablets Art Pad with 8 Hot Keys 8192 Level Battery-Free Stylus for Win/Mac/Android, Creation Sketch, Online Teaching
$49.99
A color calibration tool ensures that a designer’s monitor displays colors accurately. This tool is crucial for anyone working with color-sensitive projects, providing the best results in their work.
ASUS ProArt Display PA247CV 23.8 inch Monitor – IPS, Full HD (1920 x 1080), 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, Color Accuracy ΔE < 2, Calman Verified, USB-C, Compatible With Laptop & Mac Monitor,BLACK
$169.95
BenQ PD2706U 27-inch 4K Monitor, 90W USB-C, UHD, P3, sRGB, Rec.709, DisplayHDR 400, IPS, AQCOLOR Technology, Factory-Calibrated, Color Mode, DualView, Darkroom Mode, Animation Mode, CAD/CAM Mode, KVM
$479.99
Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra – High-Brightness Monitor Color Calibrator for Photos, Video & Digital Design Work. Ensures Color Accuracy and Consistency for Monitors
$249.99
ASUS ROG Strix 380Hz 25” (24.5-inch viewable) 1080P HDR eSports Gaming Monitor (XG259QN) - 0.3ms, Fast IPS, FreeSync Premium, ELMB Sync, DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Hub, DisplayHDR 400, 3 year warranty
$299.00
A professional sketchbook provides a blank canvas for brainstorming and sketching ideas. Good quality paper is essential for various mediums, making it an indispensable tool for designers. It helps them to capture inspiration on the go.
Patternmaking Sketchbook for Fashion Designer: Making Fashion Pattern Efficiently with Blank Graph Paper | Sketch Book for Fashion Professionals and Beginners
$7.99
Make It Real – Fashion Design Sketchbook: Blooming Creativity. Inspirational Fashion Design Coloring Book for Girls. includes Sketchbook, Stencils, Puffy Stickers, Foil Stickers, and Design Guide
$7.99
Make It Real: Fashion Design Sketchbook: Digital Dream - Includes 110 Stickers & Stencils, Draw Sketch & Create, Fashion Coloring Book, Tweens & Girls, Kids Ages 6+
$7.99
Fashion Sketchbook Figure Template: This professional Fashion Illustration Sketchbook contains 230 male fashion figure templates. All fashion croquis ... in Paris and are now available in this Book
$9.90
The Pantone Color Guide is essential for any graphic designer to ensure their colors match perfectly across various media. It's a functional gift that helps in selecting, communicating, and reproducing colors accurately, which is crucial in design work.
Modern Colors of Japan: Japanese Color Harmony Dictionary: The Complete Guide for Designers and Graphic Artists (Over 3,300 Color Combinations and Patterns with CMYK and RGB References)
$15.99
Color In and Out of the Garden: Watercolor Practices for Painters, Gardeners, and Nature Lovers
$14.18
The Complete Color Harmony, Pantone Edition: Expert Color Information for Professional Results
$18.49
The Color Collector's Handbook: A Journal for Discovering the Colors in Your Everyday (Gifts for Mom, Books about Color)
$13.91
A lightbox is perfect for tracing and refining sketches. It allows designers to easily transfer ideas from paper to digital formats or create layered designs, making it a useful tool in their kit.
Daylight Wafer 1 Light Box, 9 x 12-Inch
$110.78
Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad - Blue, Tracing Light Box for Kids, Drawing Pad, Classroom Toy for Kids, Gifts for Boys & Girls, 6+
$31.00
Make It Real Fashion Design Tracing Light Table
$24.99
Daylight Wafer 3 LED Lightbox, Dimmable with Memory Function, Perfect for Tracing, Sketching, Scrapbooking and Other Craft Projects,18X23.5 inches, Black
$266.90
A subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud is invaluable for graphic designers, giving them access to the latest design software tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. It's a gift that supports their creativity and professional growth.
Books on graphic design can inspire and educate designers with new techniques and trends. Consider gifting a collection of renowned graphic design books to keep their inspiration flowing.
The History of Graphic Design
$24.25
Logos that Last: How to Create Iconic Visual Branding
$22.97
Palette Perfect for Graphic Designers and Illustrators: Colour Combinations, Meanings and Cultural References
$23.85
Grid systems in graphic design: A visual communication manual for graphic designers, typographers and three dimensional designers (German and English Edition)
$34.99
Noise-cancelling headphones allow designers to focus on their work without distractions. Ideal for listening to music or podcasts, they remain a great investment for enhancing creativity.
JBL TUNE 770NC - Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth 5.3, Up to 70H battery life with speed charge, Lightweight, comfortable & foldable design (Black)
$99.95
Sony MDRZX110NC Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black, medium
$38.00
Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headphones, Headphones Wireless with Transparency Mode, Deep Bass, Comfort Fit Ear Cups, 30 Hrs, for Home Office Travel
$33.32
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones, Wireless Headphones with Spatial Audio, Over Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic, Up To 24 Hours of Battery Life, White Smoke
$349.00
A stylish desk organizer helps keep a designer’s workspace tidy and efficient, making it easier to find tools and supplies while maintaining a clean aesthetic.
Desk Organizers and Accessories, Desk Accessories & Workspace Organizers for Office Supplies, File Organizer Desk Drawer Organizer with 2 Pen Holders, 4 Tier Paper Organizer for Desk(Black)
$24.99
Inclined Desk File Organizer, 5-Section Vertical File Folder Holder Stand Metal Rack File Sorter for Office Classroom Desktop Organization (Black, 1Pack)
$24.99
gianotter Paper Letter Tray Organizer with File Holder, 4-Tier Desk Accessories & Workspace Desk Organizers with Drawer and 2 Pen Holder for Office Supplies (Rose Gold)
$27.99
Simple Houseware Mesh Desk Organizer with Sliding Drawer, Double Tray and 5 Upright Sections, Black
$22.87
A portable external hard drive is necessary for any designer to back up their work and store large files. It's a practical gift that helps ensure their important projects are safe and easily accessible.
Seagate Portable 2TB External Hard Drive HDD — USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PlayStation, & Xbox -1-Year Rescue Service (STGX2000400)
$69.99
SanDisk Professional 5TB G-Drive ArmorATD - Rugged, Durable Portable External Hard Drive HDD, USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 - SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D
$159.09
Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0, Black - HDTB520XK3AA
$70.99
Seagate One Touch, 4TB, Password Activated Hardware encryption, Portable External Hard Drive, Portable External Hard Drive, PC, Notebook & Mac, USB 3.0, Black (STKZ4000400)
$129.99
An ergonomic office chair can make a huge difference for graphic designers who spend long hours at their desks. It provides comfort and support to maintain posture, reducing back pain and promoting productivity.
Marsail Office Chair Ergonomic Desk Chair with 3 Ways PU Armrests and Adjustable Lumbar Support Breathable Mesh Computer Chair Executive Rolling Swivel Comfy Task Chair for Home Office Gaming
$94.99
Home Office Chair Ergonomic Desk Chair Mesh Computer Chair with Lumbar Support Armrest Executive Rolling Swivel Adjustable Mid Back Task Chair for Women Adults, Black
$38.99
Amazon Basics Ergonomic Executive Office Desk Chair with Flip-up Armrests and Adjustable Height, Tilt and Lumbar Support, Cream Bonded Leather, 29.5"D x 28"W x 43"H (Previously AmazonCommercial brand)
$180.34
FelixKing Ergonomic Office Chair, Headrest Desk Chair with Adjustable Lumbar Support, Home Office Swivel Task Chair with High Back and Armrest, Adjustable Height Gaming Chair(Black)
$119.99
What are some essential tools for graphic designers?
Some essential tools include drawing tablets, graphic design software, and high-quality sketchbooks. Accessories like stylus pens and color calibration tools are also valuable.
How can I choose a gift for a graphic designer?
Consider their specific needs and preferences. Think about tools or accessories that will enhance their workflow, inspire creativity, or improve their workspace.
Are functional gifts better than decorative gifts for designers?
Functional gifts are often more appreciated by graphic designers because they provide practical solutions to their daily design activities. However, a combination of both can be meaningful.
How much should I spend on a gift for a graphic designer?
It depends on your budget and relationship with the designer. Functional gifts can range in price significantly, so find something that aligns with both your budget and their needs.
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